Hospitality
Flexible shifts that fit around classes.
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Part-Time Jobs in New Zealand
Students can work up to 25 hours a week during study for eligible students; full time in scheduled holidays. Adult minimum wage NZ$23.50 an hour (from April 2025; reviewed each April). Common jobs: hospitality, retail, horticulture (seasonal) and campus jobs.
- Up to 25 hours a week during study for eligible students
- Adult minimum wage NZ$23.50 an hour
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Part-Time Jobs in New Zealand
Students can work up to 25 hours a week during study for eligible students; full time in scheduled holidays. Adult minimum wage NZ$23.50 an hour (from April 2025; reviewed each April). Common jobs: hospitality, retail, horticulture (seasonal) and campus jobs.
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New Zealand at a glance
- Work during study
- Up to 25 hours a week during study for eligible students; full time in scheduled holidays
- Minimum pay
- Adult minimum wage NZ$23.50 an hour (from April 2025; reviewed each April)
- After graduation
- Post-study work visa of up to 3 years for eligible qualifications
- Longer term
- Skilled Migrant Category residence; Green List roles with faster residence
Rules
Work rules for students
Jobs
Common student jobs
Retail
Flexible shifts that fit around classes.
Horticulture (seasonal)
Flexible shifts that fit around classes.
Campus jobs
Flexible shifts that fit around classes.
Earnings
What part-time work pays
At NZD 24 an hour, before tax.
Rent
Rent in student cities
FAQs
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Up to 25 hours a week during study for eligible students; full time in scheduled holidays
Adult minimum wage NZ$23.50 an hour (from April 2025; reviewed each April)
Post-study work visa of up to 3 years for eligible qualifications
Possible routes: Post-study work visa (up to 3 years for eligible qualifications), Skilled Migrant Category residence and Green List roles with faster residence.
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